Sylvie Giangolini

Cheerleader
DISC Type : Is

Managing Director at Hako Machines Ltd

Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Sylvie Giangolini is the Managing Director of Hako Machines Ltd, having led the companys growth and transformation since her appointment in 2016. A respected leader in the manufacturing sector, she was named one of Britains 100 most impactful manufacturers in 2025 and serves as Chair for We Are Wakefield.

Outside of work, Sylvie is a keen lover of the outdoors, enjoying long walks with her toy poodle, Archie, as well as gardening and renovating her familys old mill house in Scammonden. She is passionate about supporting her local West Yorkshire community, with a focus on developing young talent.

She was recently appointed to the Board of Trustees for West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services, a charity supporting the regions manufacturers.

Personality Overview

Considerate

Vocal & Expressive

Listener

Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.  They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market. Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are.

Topics They Care About

Local Business Collaboration
As Chair of We Are Wakefield, she champions community-driven growth and helps local businesses form powerful collaborations and strengthen supply chains.
Manufacturing Talent
Passionate about developing young talent, she supports charities and networks that build bridges between education providers and industry to inspire the next generation.
Corporate Sustainability
Championed Hako's ISO 14001 accreditation and leads initiatives like a partnership with ForestNation to plant thousands of trees in Tanzania, aligning with the company's environmental pledge.

Media Appearances

Sylvie has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2018
Managing Director at Hako Machines Ltd
4-2016
UK General Manager at Hako Machines Ltd
2-2015 - 4-2016
UK Sales & Marketing Director at Hako Machines Ltd
1-2012 - 2-2015
Regional Sales Manager - North at Hako Machines Ltd
7-2002 - 8-2011
Retail, Trade & Cash Sales Manager at JLA

Education

Education details unavailable from John Ruskin College, Croydon
Education details unavailable from sylvie.giangolini@hako.co.uk

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Insights For Selling To Sylvie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.
  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision
  • Take time to make them feel comfortable before getting to the main pitch

DONT's

  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Sylvie is

  • Relationships can play a major role, followed by low risk and strong market validation.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Sylvie

  • They are not very direct, and unlikely to say no to your face.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Sylvie move?

  • They can take their time to make decisions, even if they are constantly involved and friendly.
  • Can Sylvie take some risk or not?

  • It is unlikely that they will take many risks.

You And Sylvie

Personality Compatibility


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